Operator Theory

Operator TheoryA one-sentence definition of operator theory could be: The study of (linear) continuous operations between topological vector spaces, these being in general (but not exclusively) Fréchet, Banach, or Hilbert spaces (or their duals). Operator theory is thus a very wide field, with numerous facets, both applied and theoretical. There are deep connections with complex analysis, functional analysis, mathematical physics, and electrical engineering, to name a few. Fascinating new applications and directions regularly appear, such as operator spaces, free probability, and applications to Clifford analysis. In our choice of the sections, we tried to reflect this diversity. This is a dynamic ongoing project, and more sections are planned, to complete the picture. We hope you enjoy the reading, and profit from this endeavor.

Embraces the long history, diversity and wide range of topics relating to operator theoryExplores notions such as positivity and reproducing kernel through interconnected sectionsDescribes multiple applications and connections with other fields of mathematics, physics and EngineeringProvides a timely reference work on operator theory